The Brazil national team is set to kick off their World Cup campaign, this Saturday, against Morocco. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has opted for Igor Thiago in the starting lineup, along with Ibañez and Douglas Santos on the flanks. Lucas Paquetá has also earned a spot among the starters.

How is the Brazilian team doing?

Brazil didn't have a perfect run-up to the World Cup. However, the Brazilian team's path to the World Cup became clearer with the hiring of Carlo Ancelotti.

How is Morocco doing?

The Moroccan team arrives at the World Cup seeking to establish itself as the greatest force in its continent and one of the greatest in the world. Currently 7th in the FIFA rankings, the Moroccan team arrives at the World Cup with an impressive unbeaten streak.

Brazil vs Morocco

Date: Saturday, June 13, at 19h Brasília time; Stadium: MetLife Stadium, in the New York area, USA; Where to watch: TV Globo and SBT (open TV), Sportv (closed TV), Globoplay, Ge Tv, Cazé Tv and Nsports (YouTube and streaming).

The ball rolls for the Brazilian team's first game at 19h (Brasília time) at MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey, USA. Ancelotti has lined up Brazil with: Alisson; Ibañez, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães and Lucas Paquetá; Raphinha, Vini Jr and Igor Thiago.